From explosive performances to fashion fire, here’s everything that made this year’s BET Awards absolutely unforgettable.
The 2025 BET Awards weren’t just a celebration — they were a full-blown cultural explosion at the Peacock Theater in downtown L.A., where the stars showed up and showed out with jaw-dropping performances, red carpet glamour, and electric energy all night long.
Mariah Carey, Snoop Dogg, Teyana Taylor & More Rock the Stage
From Mariah Carey’s shimmering golden performance to Snoop Dogg’s West Coast swag, the stage stayed hot all night:
🎤 Mariah Carey stunned with a live rendition of her new single “Type Dangerous” and a throwback to “It’s Like That” — giving us sparkle, soul, and straight-up diva energy.
🎤 Snoop Dogg brought the whole crowd to its feet with a career-spanning medley — reminding everyone why he’s a legend.
🎤 Teyana Taylor turned the stage into a fashion-forward, high-energy dance arena — blending visuals, vocals, and pure artistry.
🎤 Ashanti, Jennifer Hudson, Bow Wow, and T.I. also brought serious heat — and the internet hasn’t stopped buzzing since.
“This is one of the BEST BET lineups in years,” one fan wrote.
“Mariah’s performance was a masterclass in legendary!” said another.
Red Carpet Was a Whole Fashion Show
Before the first beat even dropped, the red carpet was already trending.
✨ Kandi & Riley Burruss, Skai Jackson, Busta Rhymes, Spice, Jordin Sparks, and more made bold entrances in looks that turned heads and broke timelines.
✨ D-Nice & Jennifer Freeman matched in all-black everything, proving couples fashion is alive and thriving.
✨ Tommy Davidson, LeToya Luckett, and DeVon Franklin gave sleek, sophisticated, and seriously stylish vibes.
A Night for the Culture — and the Camera
The awards show wasn’t just about entertainment — it was about impact:
- Jamie Foxx left the crowd in tears with his Ultimate Icon acceptance speech, reflecting on his recovery from a life-threatening stroke.
- Tyler Perry delivered a powerful speech about erasure of Black history and the importance of leaving lasting “footprints.”
Missed the Show? Here’s What You Need to See:
✅ Mariah’s glittery live vocals and signature glam
✅ Snoop and T.I.’s crowd-hyping collab moment
✅ Teyana’s mind-blowing choreography
✅ Ashanti’s blazing performance in a fire-red fit
✅ Red carpet looks that need to be on your mood board
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